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Gen X
Born 1965–1980, Gen X-ers are the smallest cohort yet inherently adaptable, the ‘bridgers’ realising their digital dreams out of an analogue upbringing.
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Gen X Now and Next
Having long lived in the shadow of Baby Boomers and Millennials, Gen X are racing against time to make their influence felt, while juggling their care-giving and financial responsibilities.
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Menopause Travel
A wave of luxurious, expert-led travel businesses is shattering taboos and redefining menopause with a focus on education, empowerment and enjoyment.
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Mature Romance
From Hollywood to publishing, older women are reclaiming desire, starring in box-office hits and driving a new wave of storytelling that challenges age-old stereotypes.
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Reframing Ageing
Jacynth Bassett, founder and CEO of global consultancy, community and campaign Ageism Is Never In Style discusses reframing the anti-ageism narrative.
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The Great Wealth Transfer
Wealth ownership, distribution and the politics that influence cross-generational spending are all in flux, according to the latest findings of The Future Laboratory’s report.
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Pay-by-phone app set to transform m-commerce
Pay-by-phone app set to transform m-commerce
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Barneys goes gaga in time for the holidays
Barneys goes gaga in time for the holidays
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Flash sales gain global reach
Flash sales gain global reach
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Budgeting drinkers lift spirits with luxury brands
Budgeting drinkers lift spirits with luxury brands
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Fashion website turns runway shows into sales
Fashion website turns runway shows into sales
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Clicks and bricks merge for Christmas pop-up stores
Clicks and bricks merge for Christmas pop-up stores
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Hot Luxury: Brazil’s rising consumer demand
Brazil is a country waking up to the luxury industry due to rising consumer demand and a rush of international brands keen to expand there, accordi...
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Luxury footwear brands step up men’s offer
Luxury footwear brands step up men’s offer
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Village life in store for Ted Baker consumers
Village life in store for Ted Baker consumers
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Dutch pig farming stands out from the crowd
Dutch pig farming stands out from the crowd
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Smartphone upsurge is changing shopping habits
Smartphone upsurge is changing shopping habits
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Champagne to bubble over as grape prices rise
Champagne to bubble over as grape prices rise
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Laurent Perrier
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Value model at the core of Morrisons success
Value model at the core of Morrisons success
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Growth in Indian luxury sales continues apace
Growth in Indian luxury sales continues apace
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Tesco branches out into beauty salon market
Tesco branches out into beauty salon market
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Cash-strapped consumers turn to coupons for deals
Cash-strapped consumers turn to coupons for deals
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Website helps people to gear up for adventure
Website helps people to gear up for adventure
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People power opens virtual marketplace
People power opens virtual marketplace
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Singaporeans sign up for careful luxury spending
Singaporeans sign up for careful luxury spending
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Hong Kong’s new luxury mall dedicated to men
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